If you want an edge in any endeavor, athletics or otherwise, work on mental focus and clarity. Newer studies show that the difference between average and superior is often all in your head. It took centuries for someone to come close, although some unofficial claims were made, and almost 91 years to break the 4:01 […]
The way you improve your stamina has a lot to do with your ultimate goal. If you’re running, the most effective tools may differ from someone focusing on weight lifting. Some techniques work for every sport and are a part of any sensible training program. They can help both the athlete and non-athlete. One simple […]
If you want to condition your muscles for a quick response time or maximum short bursts of strength, include plyometric workouts in your fitness program. It’s all about the muscle SSC—stretch-shortening cycle. It’s the mechanism providing spring-like muscle performance that improves explosive and endurance-type athletic performances. It has three phases: the eccentric phase, the amortization […]
It’s back. It’s the time when people in Irvine, CA start working on their New Year’s goals they set at the stroke of midnight on December 31st. They may be struggling to keep them in the first few weeks or even decide to give up. Frequently, the reason is that they aren’t realistic and are […]
One way of improving your chances of consistent workouts is using the buddy system. It offers many benefits. One is accountability. That’s also one reason trainers help so much. You commit to an exercise program with another person at a specific time, so you go, knowing they’ll be there waiting for you. It’s the same […]
When you’re trying to stay fit, traveling makes it more difficult. It may feel impossible whether you’re flying or driving. It disrupts your schedule. You aren’t close to your gym or have the convenience of controlling what you eat by making it yourself. It’s easy to fall off your diet or skip exercising. It takes […]
Why would you want to turn working out into a habit? Habits, whether good or bad, are hard to break. If you’ve ever moved to a different part of town, you may have driven to your old address on the way home. It comes from years of doing it until it became a habit. You […]
If you live in Irvine, CA, you may know about National Avocado Day on July 31, but you probably never celebrated with a friend and family get-together. It’s a day to acknowledge all the healthy benefits of avocados. It’s important since many people who are trying to lose weight or those with diabetes often avoid […]
Weightlifting isn’t just to build bulging muscles. It can help you lose weight as you achieve a lean, toned appearance. When beginners start, trainers will ask for their goals. Some people want to build muscles, while others want to build strength. Adjusting your style to your goal isn’t necessary when you first start since you’ll […]
With all the time people spend at the beach in Irvine, CA, looking good in a swimsuit is a top priority for many. You need a stronger core to accomplish that. Using the right exercises can help. Strong core muscles do more than help you look great in a swimsuit. They affect your entire body. […]